Why Leading Infrastructure Companies Trust Manpower?

Global Network

Present in 70+ countries & territories, supporting 400,000+ clients with 2,000+ offices worldwide.

Proven Ethical Standards

Recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 17th consecutive year - the most recognized in the Staffing & Outsourcing Services industry.

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18+ Years in Vietnam

Operating in Vietnam since 2018, Manpower is among the earliest FDI HR service providers offering end-to-end workforce solutions.

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Strategic Partner to Authorities

Successful placements with top-tier energy operators, EPCs, and service providers worldwide

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Vietnam's Infrastructure Investment Is a Cycle, Not a Single Project

Many international organisations enter Vietnam for one specific project. What they encounter is a multi-sector infrastructure environment that generates recurring workforce demand across - Project phases - Technical disciplines - Provinces and regions - Permanent, contract and expatriate roles A credible workforce strategy starts with understanding that reality – and designing for it from the beginning.

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Designed Solutions Around How Infrastructure Projects Work

Manpower Vietnam EOR service Flexibility and Scalability

Contract Staffing & Employer of Record

When your project timeline does not align with permanent hiring — or when your Vietnam entity is not yet fully established - Manpower acts as Employer of Record, handling employment contracts, payroll & statutory contributions, employee relation and labor law compliance.

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Headhunting & Executive Search

Critical infrastructure roles are rarely filled through job postings. Our specialist consultants proactively engage passive, pre-qualified technical and leadership talent across the region — ensuring the right fit for both technical requirements and project culture.

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Expat Staffing & Mobility Services

Deploying international technical experts involves far more than relocation. We manage the entire mobility lifecycle — work permits, temporary residence cards, tax obligations, and relocation logistics – so your teams arrive on time, fully compliant and project-ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Infrastructure & Construction Organizations Typically Ask Us First.

Who is Manpower Vietnam?

ManpowerVietnam is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), a leading global workforce solutions company. We support organizations with recruitment, staffing, EOR, mobility and workforce management – help businesses stay agile, compliant and competitive.

For more information about Manpower Vietnam, visit www.manpower.com.vn or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

What types of roles does Manpower recruit for?

  • Rail systems

  • Railway Signaling & ERTMS/ETCS Systems Engineer

  • CBTC & ATC Systems Specialist

  • Senior CBTC/ATC Commissioning & Integration Engineer

  • Traction Power & Overhead Contact System (OCS) Engineer

  • Rolling Stock Systems Engineer

  • Senior Rolling Stock Engineer

  • Civil / Infrastructure

  • Tunnel & Underground Structures Engineer

  • Senior Tunnel Engineer (Rail)

  • Track & Railway Alignment Engineer

  • Permanent Way (Track & Alignment) Engineer

  • Bridge & Structural Engineer (Rail)

  • Senior Railway Bridge & Structures Engineer

  • Geotechnical Engineer (Rail & Transit)

  • Senior Railway Geotechnical Engineer

  • Electrical & Mechanical

  • Electrical Engineer (Traction Power, Substations, SCADA)

  • Mechanical Engineer (Braking, HVAC, Bogie Systems)

  • Systems Integration Engineer (Rail Systems)

  • Testing & Commissioning Engineer

  • Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety (RAMS) Engineer

  • Maintenance Engineer

  • Depot Manager

  • Communication Systems Engineer (Telecom, Fiber, GSM-R)

  • Project Management

  • Project Director / Program Director/ Project Manager (Railway / Metro / Infrastructure Projects)

  • Site Construction Manager

  • HSE Manager (Health, Safety & Environment)

  • QA/QC Manager (Rail Standards)

  • Planning & Scheduling Manager

  • Cost Control / Project Controls Manager

  • Procurement / Supply Chain Manager (Rail Projects)

  • Contract Manager (FIDIC / EPC Contracts)

  • Consulting

  • Railway / Transport Consultant

  • Technical Advisor (Rail Systems / Infrastructure)

  • Regulatory / Compliance Advisor

  • QA/QC Manager (Rail Standards)

  • Design Consultant (Track, Civil, Signaling, Systems)

  • Feasibility Study & Investment Consultant

  • PPP Consultant/ Infrastructure Finance Consultant

  • Environmental & Social Impact Consultant (ESIA)

  • Regulatory / Compliance Advisor

  • Digital Railway Consultant (Smart Mobility, IoT, AI)

How long does a work permit take for a foreign technical expert in Vietnam?

As guided by regulations, the standard processing timeline is 20–25 working days, assuming that all documentation is complete and accurate from the outset. As a strong, compliance-focused player in the market, we support clients in proactively identifying and resolving potential issues before submission, helping ensure the process stays within this typical timeframe. 

Can you source highly specialised roles specialized infrastructure and railway roles?

Yes. Manpower has previous experience supporting vendors and contractors involved in Metro Line projects, as well as extensive recruitment experience across the transportation, infrastructure, and engineering sectors.

 

Our technical recruitment network extends beyond Vietnam into the broader Asia-Pacific region, allowing us to identify and engage highly specialized talent such as ETCS engineers, CBTC specialists, signaling experts, rolling stock professionals, and high-voltage E&M leads.

 

Unlike general staffing agencies that rely on active applicants, our consultants proactively approach passive candidates through established industry networks and targeted headhunting strategies. We also maintain a strong database of pre-qualified engineering and technical professionals, enabling faster mobilization for critical project roles.

 

With our regional reach, dedicated engineering recruitment teams, and experience supporting complex infrastructure projects, Manpower is well-positioned to support clients across both volumes hiring and highly specialized technical positions throughout the project lifecycle.

 

How quickly can you mobilise a large contract workforce for a project ramp-up?

For locally sourced contract staff, deployment is typically possible within three to six weeks. For international technical personnel requiring work permits, the realistic mobilization window is six to ten weeks, provided documentation preparation starts early.

 

Manpowermaintains an extensive talent database of over 100,000 candidate profiles, supported by more than 120 in-house recruiters across specialized functions. Combined with our internal ATS and recruitment technology infrastructure, this enables us to rapidly identify, screen, and onboard large volumes of candidates during project ramp-up phases.

 

We have successfully supported infrastructure projects requiring volume hiring of 200+ workers within a 90-day mobilization window. Timelines depend on role seniority, nationality requirements, project location, and how early we are engaged in the workforce planning cycle.

How is Manpower different from local construction recruitment agencies?

There are three practical differences. 

  • Our MOLISA Strategic Partnership gives us direct regulatory advisory 

  • Our global ManpowerGroup network means we can source expat technical talent internationally when the local pool is insufficient. 

  • Our 18+ years in Vietnam means we understand the local talent market, project culture, and compliance landscape in ways that take new-market entrants years to develop independently.

What does Employer of Record mean in practice, and when does an infrastructure company need it?

EOR means Manpower Vietnam becomes the legal employer of your contract workforce in Vietnam — managing payroll, social insurance contributions, personal income tax and labour law compliance on your behalf. EOR is ideal for project-based teams, early market entry, or flexible staffing models.  
Success Stories
Manpower Việt Nam Tuyển dụng Dự án Hóa dầu Long Sơn​

Workforce support for a leading French railway company

Our partner is a global leader in railway engineering and transport systems, delivering major rail and urban transit projects across Vietnam. Their multi-year EPC railway projects demand increased, requiring access to highly specialized technical talent, alongside compliant solutions for deploying international experts. Manpower Vietnam delivers contract staffing, Employer of Record (EOR), and expatriate mobility services, enables a faster workforce mobilization, reduced project risk, and flexible team scaling throughout long‑term infrastructure delivery in Vietnam.

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Whether you are planning your Vietnam market entry, mid-project and facing a workforce gap, or building a long-term talent strategy — the conversation starts the same way. Tell us what you are trying to solve, and we will tell you honestly what we can do.

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